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Australian insurance — what’s covered, what’s not, and how to claim

Insurance companies make money when you don’t claim. We explain what your policy actually covers, what gets rejected, and how to fight back.

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Why insurance claims get rejected

The most common reasons insurers reject claims — and what to do if yours is denied.

Private health insurance: is it worth it in Australia?

The Medicare Levy Surcharge, Lifetime Health Cover loading, and how to decide.

Income protection insurance explained

What it covers, what it doesn’t, inside vs outside super, and how much you actually need.


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Health Insurance

  • Hospital vs extras cover
  • Medicare Levy Surcharge explained
  • Lifetime Health Cover loading
  • How to compare health funds
  • Pre-existing conditions and waiting periods

Life & Income Protection

  • Life insurance: how much do you need?
  • TPD insurance Australia
  • Income protection vs sick leave
  • Trauma insurance explained
  • Stepped vs level premiums

Claims & Disputes

  • How to dispute a rejected claim
  • Australian Financial Complaints Authority
  • Insurance ombudsman Australia
  • Pre-existing condition disputes
  • Your rights when a policy is cancelled

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    Evidence-backed. Sourced from CSLR’s official levy estimates, Money Management’s reporting on Dixon Advisory payouts, Super Members Council and CPA Australia submissions on CSLR reform, BrightLaw and Mercer analysis of the CSLR Act 2023, and AFCA/ASIC guidance on complaint windows. General information only — not legal advice. Whether a specific complaint qualifies for CSLR depends on…

  • Finally: The New Super Reporting Rules That Expose Your Fund’s Real Costs

    Evidence-backed. Sourced from APRA’s October 2024 and January 2025 fund-level expenditure releases, APRA’s Superannuation Data Transformation Phase 1 FAQ, ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 97, and Financial News Wire and KHQ commentary on APRA’s enforcement signals. General information only — not financial advice. Fee and expense data reflects APRA’s published figures for FY 2022–23 and FY 2023–24;…

  • ASIC Is Now Suing Super Funds — Not Just Warning Them. What Members Can Claim in 2026

    Evidence-backed. Sourced from ASIC’s 2025 Annual Report (media release 25-231MR), ASIC’s 2025 and 2026 enforcement priorities, ASIC’s 2025–26 Corporate Plan, AFCA’s superannuation publications, and GT Law and Hall Wilcox enforcement commentary. General information only — not legal advice. Super complaints outcomes depend on individual circumstances; consult a qualified financial complaints solicitor or registered financial adviser…

  • Your Super Is Missing Out: Use the Carry-Forward Catch-Up Rule Before 30 June 2026

    Evidence-backed. Sourced from ATO official guidance on concessional contributions and carry-forward rules, Grant Thornton, SuperGuide, Heffron, and Accountants Daily on 2026 cap changes. General information only — not financial advice. Contribution strategies depend on individual income, balance, fund type and tax position; consult a licensed financial adviser or registered tax agent before making large catch-up…

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